1974 Topps #456 Dave Winfield PSA 9

1974 Topps #456 Dave Winfield PSA 9 - The Rookie of Rare Talent

Few athletes have ever entered professional sports with the raw ability, charisma, and presence of Dave Winfield. A rare four-sport college star who was drafted by teams in MLB, the NFL, the NBA, and the ABA, Winfield chose the diamond—and the rest was Hall of Fame history. Making his Major League debut with the San Diego Padres in 1973, Winfield quickly displayed the powerful bat, cannon arm, and graceful outfield range that would define a 22-year career filled with 3,110 hits, 465 home runs, 12 All-Star selections, and a World Series title. The 1974 Topps #456 marks the first mainstream appearance of this generational talent.

Topps’ 1974 set was notable for being the company’s first to feature a full 660-card run released all at once, and Winfield’s rookie card is one of its crown jewels. The design captures a young and confident Winfield, set against the bright, clean layout that has come to represent mid-'70s cardboard charm. Graded PSA 9, this example is in exceptional condition, boasting sharp corners, near-perfect centering, rich color, and a crisp, clean surface—a standout copy of a card that’s notoriously tough to find in elite condition due to common print and cut issues.

For collectors of rookie Hall of Famers, 1970s baseball legends, or those assembling a high-grade 1974 Topps set, this card is a cornerstone. It represents the very beginning of one of the most respected and unique careers in baseball history—Dave Winfield, the multi-sport marvel who brought elegance, power, and intelligence to the game every time he stepped on the field.